Since the 40-year-old mother of two thought it was wise to bask in glow of her Most Beautiful cover by showing up to a premiere looking like a slightly chicer version of an adult film awards nominee, we couldn’t help but ask the question we’ve been asking ourselves for months now: Why do beautiful, fit, stylish over-40 actresses constantly feel the need to undermine themselves by showing up to photo-opp events practically naked?

Apart from hovering on the edge of desperation, it also sucks for us fashion fans who’d love nothing more to see ladies like Gwyneth, Jennifer Aniston, and Halle Berry owning their fabulousness in super-chic ensembles that are more R-rated than NC-17.

One thing’s for sure: The sheer-paneled number (that seemed to require no underwear whatsoever) was a discordant choice for the woman who loftily announced how tired she is of Americans running up to her at parties and shrieking “Is that Juicy?!” (read this, and you’ll understand.)

Take a look at the gallery above to see Gwyneth Paltrow’s completely sheer premiere dress from every angle and let us know: Do you think it was too much, or just right?